Professional Development

Western New York NYSAWA Chapter - Women Who Lead
New Rescheduled Date! March 21, 2019 (from January 31) / 4:30 - 7:30 pm
The Irishman, Williamsville, NY
This event will feature a discussion panel of current and retired female leaders from across the region who will share stories about their personal leadership journey. They will highlight their opportunities, barriers, aspirations and what it means to be a leader. This event is open to women who are interested in pursuing educational leadership, new to the position, or who have years of experience.
Cost: $40 Member, $60 Non-Member/Registration includes dinner. Scroll down to bottom of page for registration form.Long Island NYSAWA Chapter - Strength of Gender Equity: The Path to Leadership
March 21, 2019 / 4:00 - 7:00 pm
Western Suffolk BOCES, 31 Lee Avenue, Wheatley HeightsDid you hear the statistic that men will apply for a job when they meet 60% of the qualifications, but women usually only apply if they meet 100% of the qualifications? As one Forbes article stated, "Men are confident about their ability (to fulfill the role) at 60%, but women don't feel confident until they've checked off each item on the list." What does it take to cultivate the confidence in women for leadership roles? The path to leadership is often different for each person. Join us as we hear from current, successful women administrators and hear about each unique path to leadership.
Cost: $40 Member, $50 Non-member
Long Island NYSAWA Chapter - Refining Your Leadership Voice
May 2, 2019 / 4:00 - 7:00 pm
Western Suffolk BOCES, 31 Lee Avenue, Wheatley HeightsYour leadership voice isn't just your tone or speaking style...it is a reflection of your core values and communication skills that directly impact your team. The way your staff and community members perceive your leadership will have an enormous impact on engagement, higher productivity, and overall trust. Join us as we explore how to define our authentic voice for maximum impact as leaders.
Cost: $40 Member, $50 Non-memberWestern NY NYSAWA Chapter - Having a Voice
May 16, 2019 / 4:30 - 7:30 pm
The Irishman, Williamsville, NY
This event will feature Attorney Tracie Lopardi of Harris Beach, LLC, who will speak on perfecting your leadership voice through self-advocacy, effective decision making, successful risk-taking, and strong negotiation skill-development.
Cost: $40 Member, $60 Non-Member, includes dinner
Scroll down for registration formRochester/Finger Lakes NYSAWA Chapter - Purposeful Leadership
New Rescheduled Date! - May 22, 2019 / 4:30 - 8:30 pm
Burgundy Basin, Pittsford, NYFeaturing Dr. Catherine Huber, Superintendent, Alexander CSDThis session will weave real life experiences and guidance with opportunities for participant reflection and sharing as a means of defining how to lead with purpose. While the session will touch on organizational purpose, it is designed to address the unique individual needs of women in leadership and how to cultivate purpose in our practice. Scroll down to bottom of page for registration form.
Cost: $60 Member, $80 Non-Member
Long Island NYSAWA Chapter - Moving Forward: Planning for Your Interview and Leadership PositionJune 6, 2019 / 4:00 - 7:00 pm
Western Suffolk BOCES, 31 Lee Avenue, Wheatley Heights
Bring your current resume with you for a 'live' review! A variety of experienced, successful Long Island Central Office and Building Administrators will share their knowledge. Sessions will be differentiated for participants interested in positions at the building level, central office and Superintendent level. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in a personal resume review.
Cost: $40 Member, $50 Non-memberTransition to Superintendency Program (TSP)
July & August 2019 / Syracuse, NY
A new cohort is offered each summer. Four full days.
Applying for the Superintendency in New York State - ONLINE WORKSHOP

For experienced school administrators applying or preparing to apply for the superintendency Online coaching - 4:00 to 5:30 PM (or by appointment)

NYSAWA is the largest organization of women school and district administrators in New York State. We are a grassroots organization of women and men from all levels of school and district administration dedicated to using multi-strategy approaches to solving issues women administrators face in the workplace. We seek equity, inclusion, tolerance, diversity, and fair treatment of all.